Join our dedicated fleet and specialist equipment team who are responsible for ensuring our fire trucks and equipment are kept in safe working order, so our firefighters can attend emergency incidents and keep the community safe.

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements

76 hour fortnight

4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading

12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

Join our dedicated fleet and specialist equipment team who are responsible for ensuring our fire trucks and equipment are kept in safe working order, so our firefighters can attend emergency incidents and keep the community safe.

We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements

- 76 hour fortnight

- 4 weeks annual leave with 17.5% loading

- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation

- Tool allowances

Why Queensland Fire Department?

Join a purpose driven team where yourcontributiondrives real outcomes for Queenslanders. The Queensland Fire Department (QFD) provides fire prevention,preparednessand response services to fire in the built and landscape environments, as well as scientific and specialist capabilities to Queensland communities.Hereyour workin Fleet Maintenance and Operations helps keep communities safe, informed and supported.

- Meaningful Impact:Service,maintainand repair heavy, medium, and light commercial fleet assetsthatprotectspeople, property, and the environment.

- Innovation & Intelligence:Work withcutting-edgeelectronic diagnostic equipment and firefighting pumping systems tomaintainoperational capability.

- A Culture of Respect & Support:Join an inclusive workforce that celebrates diversityandprioritiseswellbeing with flexible working arrangements, and access to the Fire and Emergency Services Support Network.

Are you ready to ignite your career?Join us as an Apprentice Motor Mechanic.

Your opportunity

We are currently looking for enthusiastic entry-level school leavers and/or experience apprentices looking to continue their apprenticeships with commitment to complete an approximate four-year heavy vehicle apprenticeship, whilst working in the QFD Fleet Maintenance workshops and teams responsible for the repair and maintenance of light and heavy vehicles and equipment.





Reporting to the Workshop Supervisor, you will be a key member of the team learning and assisting with the repair, maintenance and installation of fire appliances, under the supervision of a qualified trades person, including associated ancillary equipment and systems to ensure they comply with the heavy vehicle legislation and regulations.

As an apprentice, you will receive:

- personal protective equipment (PPE) kit

- quality training and mentoring in all aspects of the heavy vehicle mechanical trade, with the opportunity to experience the light vehicle trade

- a safe working environment with some of the best equipment in the industry

- ongoing career support and guidance

- the opportunity to learn from highly skilled, experienced and passionate team

- complete formal TAFE/Registered Training Organisation studies – earn while you learn.

Key requirements

Highly desirable requirements

- Valid driver’s licence and be familiar with both manual and automatic transmission types.

- Eligibility for enrolment in or progression towards achievement of the relevant Trade Certificate in, Heavy Vehicle Mechanic, or other Trade Certificate as deemed suitable by the Commissioner, QFD.

- Commitment to complete a four-year apprenticeship and obtain a nationally recognised qualification.

Your key accountabilities

Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting key frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to:

- Ability to acquire knowledge and the understanding of repairs, maintenance, manufacture, installation skills in the areas of: light vehicles, heavy vehicles (including automatic and manual transmissions), light fabrication (sheet metal) and auto electrical.

- Learn how to repair vehicles through formal training sessions and hands on work experience,



under the careful supervision of our trained light and heavy vehicle mechanics.

- Ability to acquire knowledge to diagnose potential faults, including electrical for the QFDfire appliance fleet and equipment, via the repairs and maintenance schedule and learn how to successfully repair all types of vehicle mechanical problems.

- Listen, absorb information and communicate with the Workshop Supervisor and senior mechanics to learn how to isolate problems and provide practical and protected solutions in relation to fire appliances and associated equipment at the completion of each maintenance exercise.

- Competently and safely use hand and specialised tools including electronic diagnostic equipment, ensuring all work is carried out in compliance with Workplace Health and Safety requirements.

- Participate in ongoing manufacturer and in-house training to maintain competencies and acquire a trade certificate in the area of: heavy vehicle road transport.

Capabilities

To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the “key accountabilities” for this role:

Leadership Competency Stream - Individual Contributor (leading self)

Vision

- Stimulates ideas and innovation

- Makes insightful decisions

Results

- Builds enduring relationships

- Drives accountability and outcomes

Accountability

- Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces

- Demonstrates sound governance

Once you join us we will want you to exemplify the QFD shared values:

- Respect

- Integrity

- Courage

- Loyalty

- Trust

To find out more about the behaviours and competencies required for this role, visitLeadership competencies for Queensland | For government | Queensland Government

Want more information?

Please contact Ray Timms, Manager Fleet Maintenanceon phone ***or email*********@fire.qld.gov.au.

You can also visit our websiteto find out more information about joining our team.

QFD are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by Work180 and celebrate all diversity by committing to a culture where people feel safe, respected, valued and engaged.

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📌 Apprentice Mechanic (Cairns Regional)
🏢 Queensland Fire Department
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